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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to child-centered family law. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to establish a child-centered approach to family law in Massachusetts. It amends various sections of state law to replace the term "visitation" with "parenting time" and introduces new definitions and guidelines for decision-making responsibility, residential responsibility, and parenting plans. The bill emphasizes the importance of shared parental responsibilities and frequent, continued contact with both parents, while maintaining the court's discretion to determine the best interest of the child. It also outlines factors the court must consider when making decisions about parental responsibilities and provides remedies for noncompliance with parenting plans.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4844 (on 06/09/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1635 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1635.pdf |
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